by Dr Stephen Wong | Mar 27, 2024 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
Did you know that gum disease is more common in people with kidney problems than in the general population? The two-way street connecting gum and kidney health needs your attention if you are serious about taking a comprehensive approach to whole-body wellbeing. For a...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Feb 29, 2024 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
Is dry mouth a silent signal of sugar imbalance? Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is more than just a minor inconvenience. It’s a common yet often overlooked condition that might be hinting at a deeper and more serious issue—specifically, an imbalance in blood sugar...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Sep 27, 2023 | Children Oral Health, Dental Care, Dental Treatment, Prevention
Fissure sealants are a simple, affordable and effective way to protect your child’s oral health. These preventative treatments prevent tooth decay by sealing the hard-to-reach grooves on their back molars and premolars. If you are considering fissure sealants for your...
by Dr Stephen Wong | May 11, 2023 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Women Oral Health
Pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers, but it also comes with its unique set of challenges. One of these challenges is maintaining good oral health, which is crucial not only for the mother’s well-being but also for the health of the developing...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Apr 15, 2022 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
In a recently published study by the University of Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, N.Y., new evidence shows people who are overweight may experience chronic inflammation leading to the development of dental bone loss. More specifically, this bone loss occurred in...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Mar 31, 2022 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Treatment, Oral Conditions & Issues, Prevention
A lot of time poor people, seeking veneers to improve the shape of their teeth, want to dive straight into treatment with their cosmetic dentist. However, it pays to see an orthodontist – in joint consultation with the cosmetic dentist – beforehand. This...